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Land Rover Defender

White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P54 GRCMOT history

P54 GRC is a white diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 107,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2024.

P54 GRC white Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2025
Mileage
107,297 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P54 GRC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

P54 GRC was last recorded at 107,297 miles on 24 Apr 2024, 2,374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,923 miles · 3 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,374 miles
Average per year
1,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,297 miles
  • 2023 – 104,923 miles
  • 2022 – 103,128 miles
  • 2021 – 101,675 miles
  • 2020 – 100,945 miles
  • 2019 – 99,991 miles
  • 2018 – 98,479 miles
  • 2017 – 96,015 miles
  • 2016 – 95,287 miles
  • 2014 – 93,764 miles
  • 2013 – 92,623 miles
  • 2012 – 90,993 miles
  • 2011 – 89,707 miles
  • 2010 – 87,578 miles
  • 2009 – 86,194 miles
  • 2008 – 84,284 miles
  • 2007 – 82,289 miles
  • 2006 – 80,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,297 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,297 miles (+2,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    107,297 miles
    Test number
    554446169448
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,923 miles (+1,795)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,923 miles
    Test number
    110839779612
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass103,128 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,128 miles
    Test number
    881769189360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail103,109 miles (+1,434)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,109 miles
    Test number
    718093780133
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis to Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,675 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,675 miles
    Test number
    702475514522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,945 miles (+954)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,945 miles
    Test number
    621634626426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,991 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,991 miles
    Test number
    887493318894
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail99,985 miles (+1,506)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,985 miles
    Test number
    903854210769
    • MajorExhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass98,479 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,479 miles
    Test number
    273851134994
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail98,479 miles (+2,464)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,479 miles
    Test number
    584911323745
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings Steering drop arm on steering box (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass96,015 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    167334044925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail96,015 miles (+728)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    257323145541
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass95,287 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,287 miles
    Test number
    428951642726
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail95,286 miles (+1,522)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,286 miles
    Test number
    193821843047
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass93,764 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    987482234270
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail93,764 miles (+1,141)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    105350334206
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass92,623 miles (+1,630)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,623 miles
    Test number
    796051493103
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass90,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    90,993 miles
    Test number
    629952552012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,933 miles (+1,226)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,933 miles
    Test number
    107272652440
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAdvise oil leaks,propshaft bolt loose,off/side front tyre perishing?

  20. Pass89,707 miles (+2,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    89,707 miles
    Test number
    469262341032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass87,578 miles (+1,384)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    87,578 miles
    Test number
    653083040096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    86,194 miles
    Test number
    190708749467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail86,194 miles (+1,910)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,194 miles
    Test number
    804878249068
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass84,284 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,284 miles
    Test number
    443153568083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail84,279 miles (+1,990)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    173669558008
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass82,289 miles (+1,996)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    82,289 miles
    Test number
    492993057099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass80,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    80,293 miles
    Test number
    304744656045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P54 GRC

Does P54 GRC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P54 GRC expired on 23 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P54 GRC?
The MOT on P54 GRC expired on 23 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P54 GRC done?
P54 GRC was recorded at 107,297 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2024, an average of 1,487 miles a year.
Has P54 GRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P54 GRC has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on P54 GRC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P54 GRC find?
P54 GRC passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; coil spring corroded all; oil leak, but not excessive.

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